Use a system of linear equations to solve the problem.Julie and Eric row their boat (at a constant speed) 16 miles downstream for 2 hours, helped by the current. Rowing at the same rate, the trip back against the current takes 8 hours. Find the rate of the current.

A. 5 mph
B. 4 mph
C. 2.5 mph
D. 3 mph


Answer: D

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A. 4.522% B. 3.637% C. 4.462% D. 4.461%

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Solve the equation.|4x + 6| = 3

A. {}
B. {- , - }
C. {- , - }
D. no solution

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Simplify. ? 

A.  
B. 6
C.
D.

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Solve the problem.The average annual growth rate of Palmetto palms in inches satisfies the inequality  What range of growth corresponds to this inequality?

A. [0.57, 8.31] B. [3.59, 4.72] C. [1.13, 16.62] D. [1.13, 8.31]

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